Plagne Villages Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 November 2026 19:44 GMT
Snow Forecast for Plagne Villages
Snow and Weather from 12 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Plagne Villages Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Plagne Villages?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 83cm 33in |
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Forecast for today in Plagne Villages
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
up to 13cm up to 5in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, drizzle then heavy snow showers at altitude, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,435m 7,989ft to 2,112m 6,929ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Plagne Villages are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 November 2026 20:45 GMT
Powder Possible :- 70cm 28in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Plagne Villages over the next 7 days.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,250m 10,663ft | -4℃ 25°F
 +13cm +5in
| -6℃ 21°F
 +2cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
 | -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -7℃ 20°F
+9cm +4in
| -4℃ 24°F
+19cm +7in
| -8℃ 18°F
 +34cm +13in
|
| 2,650m 8,694ft | 0℃ 32°F
+5cm +2in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 27°F
+9cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+19cm +7in
| -4℃ 25°F
+34cm +13in
|
| 2,050m 6,726ft | 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+9cm +4in
| 4℃ 38°F
+15cm +6in
| 0℃ 32°F
+34cm +13in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,435m 7,989ft | varying 2,065m 6,775ft | 2,050m 6,726ft | 2,050m 6,726ft | varying 2,312m 7,585ft | 2,050m 6,726ft | |
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 40°F | 1℃ 34°F | 4℃ 38°F | 0℃ 32°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | -6℃ 22°F | -6℃ 20°F | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 28°F | -7℃ 19°F | -4℃ 25°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
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Snow Forecast near Plagne Villages
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aime La Plagne | 21cm 8in | 104cm 41in | |||||||
| Plagne Montalbert | 20cm 8in | 102cm 40in | |||||||
| Les Arcs | 14cm 6in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Montchavin-Les Coches | 13cm 5in | 96cm 38in | |||||||
| Champagny en Vanoise | 17cm 7in | 95cm 38in | |||||||
| Courchevel | 16cm 6in | 95cm 37in | |||||||
| La Plagne | 15cm 6in | 95cm 38in | |||||||
| Tignes | 15cm 6in | 95cm 38in |
How reliable is the snow in Plagne Villages?
Plagne Villages enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snowfall of around 5 meters per season and snow depths often exceeding 150 cm. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Plagne Villages
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Plagne Villages, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Plagne Villages, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Plagne Villages is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Plagne Villages will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Plagne Villages for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.